Swedish National Day

Swedish National Day commemorates the election of King Gustav Vasa in 1523, which is considered to mark the foundation of modern Sweden. The date of 6 June is also the day in 1809, when the Instrument of Government was adopted, forming a key part of Sweden's constitution.

Philippines Independence Day

Russia Day

The National Day of the Russian Federation, Russia Day commemorates the formal adoption, on 12 June 1990 of the Declaration of Sovereignty of the Russian Federation which declared Russia's 'independence' from the USSR.

Swiss National Day

Singapore National Day

Singapore joined the Federation of Malaysia in September 1963 after the 1962 Merger Referendum of Singapore. Singapore left the federation two years later and gained its own sovereignty on 9 August 1965.

Indian Independence Day

Uruguay National Day

On 25 August 1825, following a short period of rebellion, Uruguay declared its independence from Brazil. This instigated the Argentina- Brazil War. The conflict lasted until August 1828, when the British negotiated a resolution that led to Brazil recognising Uruguay's independence.

Austrian National Day

Halloween

Ireland is believed to be the birthplace of the Halloween festival. The Irish tradition dates back to the eighteenth century. Halloween takes its roots from the old Celtic festival Samhain Eve, when it was believed that the link between the worlds of living and dead was at its strongest.